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Kemp Care Network is a not-for-profit organization offering palliative care & bereavement services All services and programs are free of charge.

Dr. Kemp's House Adult Hospice is a non profit organization that offers support to those in Hamilton living with a progressive life limiting illness and their loved ones. Our programs include volunteer visiting, day hospice, residential support, and bereavement support for adults and children.

04/17/2026

A thoughtful Friday visit from the Burlington Chamber of Commerce. Thank you for stopping by with treats for our team.

Support like this goes a long way in helping us do the work we do every day.

Burlington Chamber of Commerce

04/16/2026

Today is Advance Care Planning Day - a reminder to take a moment to think about what matters most and start the conversation.

Advance care planning isn’t just for end-of-life. It’s for anyone, at any stage of life and it can start with something simple.

You don’t need to have everything figured out. Just start.📝

Ready to take the next step? Explore our self-paced ACP workshop: https://kempcarenetwork.org/program/3-step-self-paced-advance-care-planning-workshop/

04/15/2026

We’re incredibly grateful to Fortinos for their generous $25,000 gift in support of Keaton’s House.

Thanks to their support, the medical clinic touchdown area will proudly carry the Fortinos name, helping create a welcoming, functional space for care teams supporting children and families when they need it most.

Community partners like Fortinos are helping bring Keaton’s House to life, ensuring compassionate, specialized care is available close to home for families in our region.

Thank you for standing with us and helping make more moments that matter.

Fortinos

04/13/2026

We are hiring students under the Canada Summer Jobs program for 16-weeks! Come and join our team!

Learn more and apply on our website: https://kempcarenetwork.org/careers/

04/10/2026

A Death Café is a relaxed, welcoming space to talk openly about death and end-of-life topics.

There’s no agenda or counselling - just honest conversation, listening, and shared reflection.

A Death Café is a relaxed, friendly gathering where people come together to talk openly about death and end-of-life topics. There’s no agenda or counseling, just conversation, listening, and shared reflection in a warm, supportive space.

Where: Dr. Kemp’s House – Adult Hospice (Great Room)
277 Stone Church Road E. Hamilton, ON L9B 1B1

When: Every last Friday of each month
Time: 10:00am – 11:30am

Coffee, tea & snacks provided
No registration required.
Open to all members of the community.

04/09/2026

Advance care planning is about more than just documents. It begins with understanding what matters most to you.

It’s not only about end-of-life care. It’s about making sure your voice is heard at any stage of life.

Your values, your wishes, and your experiences all help guide the care you receive.

When you take time to reflect and share what’s important, you give your loved ones a greater sense of confidence and comfort if they are ever called upon to make decisions on your behalf.

You don’t need to have all the answers. Even beginning the conversation can be a powerful and meaningful first step.

Learn more or take our self-paced ACP workshop https://kempcarenetwork.org/program/3-step-self-paced-advance-care-planning-workshop/

04/08/2026

Registration is open for Spring Session for Adult Grief Groups.

Register on https://kempcarenetwork.org/program/grief-groups-for-adults/

04/07/2026

Join us every other Friday at 11 a.m. for a gentle walk and conversation around grief and loss.

Our Healing Walk offers a supportive space to connect, reflect, and feel less alone.

Register on our website (link in bio)

04/02/2026

We’re excited to share the next chapter of our child and youth grief programming at Kemp Care Network. 💜

Building on a strong foundation, we’ve strengthened and expanded our approach to better support children and families across the Hamilton region.

New additions include an Anticipatory Grief Program, supporting children and families as they prepare for the loss of a loved one due to serious illness. Because for many children, grief begins long before a loss and the right support early on can make a meaningful difference.

We’ve also introduced a Parent/Caregiver Consultation Program, helping caregivers feel more informed and supported as they navigate their child’s grief, with guidance tailored to their unique family and circumstances.

We’re grateful to continue growing, learning, and supporting families through some of life’s most difficult moments.

Learn more about our programs at: https://kempcarenetwork.org/grief-bereavement-programs/child-grief-support/

04/01/2026

April is Advance Care Planning Month 💜

One of the most meaningful things you can do for your family member is talk about what matters most to you.

Advance Care Planning helps make sure your wishes are understood and respected, and opens the door for honest, important conversations.

If you’re not sure where to start, you’re not alone. We’ll be sharing simple tips all month to help you get started.

03/25/2026

A few days ago we received another generous donation of our wish list items from a resident's family member. 💜
(Photo posted with permission)

03/24/2026

Last week we had our Green and Gold day at Day Wellness! 🍀

At Day Program you will find rest and relaxation, supportive relationships, therapeutic value, and even just plain fun! The focus is on affirming life and living it to the fullest.

Our program is coordinated and staffed by a palliative care specialist and supported by our trained hospice volunteer team. Learn more here: https://kempcarenetwork.org/program/adult-day-wellness/

Address

277 Stone Church Road East
Hamilton, ON
L9B1B1

Telephone

+19053872448

Website

https://kemphospice.org/donate, https://linktr.ee/kempcarenetwork

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